Family Balance Sheet

MARCH 20, 2015

Every Friday, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Currently our monthly budget is $500 for my family of 4. Wednesday: It was a beautiful afternoon, so I grilled sausages with pepper & onion hobo pack , roasted hasselback potatoes (in my cast iron skillet) and roasted green beans.

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Burritos Homemade Costco Leftovers 100

For the Mommas

JUNE 6, 2020

Clearance items for men fit any budget and complete any wardrobe. Men’s Van Heusen Traveler Slim-Fit Stretch No-Iron Button-Down Shirt $9.60 Kohl’s Men’s Clearance Items From $5. Gift Dad a brand new look (without breaking the bank) with men’s clearance shoes and apparel from Kohl’s!

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Kohls Mens Clearance Fitness 59

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven (9 colors to choose from) – $49.99 (Reg. Enamel Cast-Iron Dutch Oven (9 colors to choose from) – $49.99 (Reg. Buy Food Network 5.5-qt. Use the code DEALS15 to save 15% off. Submit for the $10 dutch oven rebate. Makes it $32 after rebate + earn $15 in Kohl’s Cash when you spend $50 or more. EVEN BETTER DEAL.

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Food Network Ovens Kohls Food 100

Shereen Travels Cheap

MARCH 30, 2024

I used them to organize all the things I usually take with me: a power bank and cord for use in the airport or on the plane, a pair of sunglasses, my Flint lint roller , and my mini flat iron. Here I've placed the bigger packing cube in the bottom lengthwise, then the smaller on standing up, so then I've made a space for my shoes.

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Family Balance Sheet

JANUARY 29, 2016

Every week, I share how I saved and what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly budget for my family of 4 is $500. I used the recipe on the cornmeal bag and I baked in my cast iron skillet. Did you make a new budget-friendly dish this week that your family enjoyed? Blizzard2016. I NEED YOUR HELP!

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Leftovers Friends And Family Sale Kids and Family Homemade 100

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 6, 2022

We’ve seen higher grocery and fuel bills lately, so we’re upping our frugal game to help the budget. I’ve been making bacon a lot lately in my cast iron skillet. Our financial goals are still important to us and we want to hit them regardless of the rising prices. Here are five ways that I saved money this month.

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Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

First, if you don’t already have them, buy curlers…they’re faster than an iron! I used to be curling iron queen, but it took way too long going piece by piece…now with these curlers, I’m done in 10-15 minutes! My trick to getting perfect curls so fast, is curler clips + hot rollers from CONAIR.

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Beauty Budgeting Budget Irons 86

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 26, 2016

Every week I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. I browned ground turkey (in my cast iron skillet ) , and then added one can of drained and rinsed black beans, 3 tablespoons of my homemade taco seasoning , and about 3/4 cup of water. I NEED YOUR HELP!

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Meals Leftovers Kids and Family Homemade 100

For the Mommas

NOVEMBER 22, 2015

for a FULL SIZE tree you are sure to find something that fits your home AND your budget! Faux Floral Material: Iron, Plastic, PVC. Target: 50% Off All Christmas Trees. Head over to Target and score 50% Off All Christmas Trees. Starting at only $13.50 Get this Un-lit 6 ft. Includes: Tree Stand. Style: Unlit. Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor.

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Christmas Target Plants Irons 40

Couponing 101

SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

Free Sample of Johnson’s Ultra Sheen Supreme Flat Iron Spray. Free Download of Halloween on a Budget ebook. Free Sample of Dove Nourishing Oil Care Leave-In Smoothing Cream. Free Sample of GoodNites Underwear. Sam’s Club Members). Free Sample of Miracle Whip. Free $2 Android App Credit. Free Kindle eBooks. Facebook offer).

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Freebie Friday Fridays Freebies Home and Garden 72

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

We actually earned $30-50 cash back from our credit card company every month, which ironically went right back to our debt pay off. Dave’s zero-based budget and Debt snowball concept were critical to getting us on the path to paying off our debt fast. I cut our grocery budget down to less than half of what it was.

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Debt Free Debt Financial Goals Budgeting 100

Saving With Shellie

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

They Have Iron Man, Captain America, and Hulk from The Avengers. Perfect for Halloween on a budget. If your kiddo wants to be a Marvel Super Hero for Halloween, check out the masks available from Target right now. The masks are $5.25 and shipping is FREE.

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Halloween Inexpensive Irons Budgeting 45

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 25, 2014

If you need a more budget friendly kitchen, don’t forget about the awesome Step 2 deal: Step 2 Modern Cook Kitchen – $59.99. FREE Crockpot, Griddle & Waffle Iron. This looks really cute for a play kitchen and comes with tons of accessories. There’s even an attached doll seat where she can put her dolls. Pay $50.99

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Kitchen Fridays Kohls Frugal Lives 67

Saving Cents With Sense

AUGUST 24, 2012

But with the cost of back to school supplies, some parents find it difficult to add another expense to the budget. Not only are MOM Brands products easy on budgets, but they’re also packed with nutrition. Not only are MOM Brands products easy on budgets, but they’re also packed with nutrition.

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Breakfast Mom Cereal Kids and Family 65

Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 18, 2015

Her website is The Iron Jen. I wanted to take all the fun out of life and nagged him constantly about the budget. How often do you and your spouse discuss your finances/budget/spending? I do the overall budget and daily tracking. I spend 5 minutes a day on our budget and it is great. Where are you from?

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Debt Debt Free Finance Goals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 9, 2011

If you’re on a limited budget and a new sewing machine is out of the question, look for a used one. You’ll also want to have an iron and ironing board ready and waiting–they are very useful and in most cases essential when making clothing. Learn How to Sew.

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Clothes Clothing Making Sewing 216

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

MAY 3, 2012

Vitamin C : It helps to protect cells, keep skin and gums healthy and aid iron absorption. Minerals As well as vitamins, there are also various minerals that should form part of a healthy diet, including: Iron : It is essential for producing red blood cells. So, do you take vitamins and minerals?

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Irons Breakfast Milk Cereal 187

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 27, 2014

Best Deals on Chi Irons. Find more fabulous Holiday Deals happening now and snag all of this year’s hottest toys, games, technology and more without breaking your budget. Best Deals on Fitbit Devices. Best Deals on Trampolines. Best Deals on Dysons. Best Deals on KitchenAid Mixers. Best Deals on Keurig Brewers.

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Fridays Toys Fisher Price Blenders 71

Saving With Shellie

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

iChi Flat Iron – $69.99 (Reg $95). Find more fabulous Holiday Deals happening now and snag all of this year’s hottest toys, games, technology and more without breaking your budget. Final Price = $40 (Zero Out of Pocket + $40 Gift Card Cost). Dirt Devil Vigor Vacuum – $59.99. Use $50 JCPenney Gift Card. Use $50 JCPenney Gift Card.

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Fridays Gift Cards 2013 Blenders 45

Coupons Do Work

JANUARY 3, 2017

Buy the flat iron steak instead of flank steak, and save a minimum of $2 on a 10 pound steak. When I am on a strict budget, I am always looking for sales. Create your own country-style from blade-end pork chops, and bank 30% savings per pound. When you buy Frozen meat, you often save more money.

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Saving Money Money 2017 Sara Lee 100

Coupons Do Work

APRIL 14, 2016

Buy the flat iron steak instead of flank steak, and save a minimum of $2 on a 10 pound steak. When I am on a strict budget, I am always looking for sales. Create your own country-style from blade-end pork chops, and bank 30% savings per pound. When you buy Frozen meat, you often save more money.

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Frugal Saving Sara Lee Meijer 100

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 17, 2009

Using a dry iron on high heat, press your message with the wax side of the freezer paper facing down. Lightly press with a warm dry iron, and you’re all set! Tags: DIY budget fashion fashion blog style blogs style expert. Freezer paper (find it at your local grocery store). X-acto knife and cutting mat. Merry Christmas!

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Martha Stewart Printing Painting DIY 49

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

APRIL 11, 2016

Whether you are just starting out; wanting to freshen up your own older items; or furnishing a second home, furniture buying can make a big dent in your budget. Our home furnishings include many cherished family heirlooms, such as an iron bed my folks bought at a sale, or the hand carved bed frame purchased by my great-grandfather.

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Re-use Used Furniture Furniture Recycle 100

Coupons Do Work

NOVEMBER 20, 2016

Proctor Silex Durable Non-Stick Iron $9.99, regular price. Proctor Silex 2-Slice Toaster $9.99, regular price. Proctor Silex 5-Speed Hand Mixer $9.99, regular price. Proctor Silex Electric Can Opener $9.99, regular price. Final Price: $4.00. Kenmore 4-Slice Toaster $29.99, regular price.

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Kmart Fridays Amusement Park Friday Deals 100

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 10, 2011

Did you know that you can eat a healthy, organic diet on a tight budget? Eat smaller portions : Think about this, if you cut your caloric intake per day by 5%, you would in theory cut your food budget by 5%. Pumpkin seeds are high in iron and magnesium. As a frugal shopper myself, I have seen how it can be done.

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Organic Organization Cheap Green And Frugal 262

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

NOVEMBER 30, 2009

In fact, ironically, the best treatment for your hair is its own natural oils (which shampoo and water instantly strip away). Still washing your hair every day? Careful, ladies. Remember that soaps, when used too often, can be drying and sometimes overly harsh when it comes to your delicate locks. The solution?

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Beauty Sephora Green Irons 45

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

FEBRUARY 19, 2011

I do temporarily straighten my hair quite a bit, though and I use a straightening iron I’m now vey much obsessed with, the Remington Wet 2 Straight. After some researching online, I found out that Remington had come out with a newer version that had great reviews, so I headed off to Target to purchase it for $24.89.

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Irons College Tools Games 72

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Pawpaw has two to seven times as much phosphorus, four to twenty times as much magnesium, twenty to seventy times as much iron, five to twenty times as much zinc, five to twelve times as much copper, and sixteen to one hundred times as much manganese, as do banana, apple, or orange. Have you eaten Paw Paws? Get Growing'

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Growing Kentucky Green Bread 183

Cheap Chica's Guide To Style

DECEMBER 30, 2009

Spraying it just on the top-half of your hair : this is great if you are going to be flat-ironing your hair or wearing it in a ponytail. Spraying it all over your hair : this is great if you are going to be wearing your hair wavy or in an up-do. You can find Frederic Fekkai’s shimmer mist at both Sephora and Nordstroms.

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Sephora Holiday Hairspray New Year's 53

Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 28, 2017

We ate most of our meals at the camper, but budgeted for a few meals out. On another day, we dined at Grist Iron Brewing Co. There are many restaurants in downtown Watkins Glen and along the lake. Also, if you like wine, there are many wineries along the lake. We had lunch one day in downtown Watkins Glen at the Wildflower Cafe.

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Family Kids and Family Outdoors Activism 100

Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 30, 2014

This chapter begins with the quote: “I am thankful for a lawn that needs mowing,windows that need cleaning,and gutters that need fixing because it means I have a home…I am thankful for the piles of laundry and ironing because it means my loved ones are nearby.” ” Nancie J.

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Kids and Family Home Cleaning Wellness 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

DECEMBER 17, 2012

What you usually have is people telling you about calories in a pound of meat or a glass of wine, but when it comes to fast food menus, the dietitians just naturally assume that you have the iron will and eating habits of a Triathlon winner and that is not usually the case. This post was written by Crystal Stemberger.

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Food and Wine Food and Drink Motivation Nutrition 222

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

One of the moves we made, out to Seattle, the only way we could make our budget work AND have me be home with our young kids, was to not own a vehicle at all. I’m not – I’m more of a spender, and struggled with budgeting as a young adult. We made a lot of Steak Diane that night.) We lived for 2.5 Yes to both!

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Kids and Family Parenting Cars Car 192

The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

My kids both have chronic medical issues that are costly & require much budgeting. Ironically, this happened at Christmas-totally out of the blue. The hardest-it gets really old being on a tight budget sometimes, even looking at the end game or the why. This means funds are tight. Don’t even talk to me about retirement!

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Arkansas Frugal College Kids and Family 182

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 29, 2013

These insoles are a great budget-friendly stocking stuffer for the person on your list that loves running, hiking, or any activity involving their feet. Air Curler, ideal for most hair lengths and textures, is a blow dryer and curling iron in one that replaces the need for multiple styling tools. Product Name: Air Curler.

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2013 Giveaway Family Wireless 98

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2011

From a mathematical perspective, the food section of our budgets often has the most flexibility, and it’s often the place we fall most short. In my pre-tightwad days when I wasn’t cooking like I am now, our food budget shot up past $600 in one month, for two people! It’s the greatest asset I have in my budget.

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Cooking Cooking At Home Friends And Family Sale Budgeting 133

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 14, 2012

MoneySmartGuides : The Real Cost of Eating Out – I was looking over my budget for the previous month and something stood out. Newlyweds on a Budget : Paying down student loans – The following is a guest post. Budgeting in the Fun Stuff: Really!?! krantcents: Budgeting is Easy! Well I’ll let you decide.

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Credit Cards Credit Finance Personal Finance 220